Esdevium picks up BBC collectible card distribution rights

Esdevium Games has become the sole distributor of BBC Worldwide's collectible card products to the toy trade.

The firm takes over from Hobbygames as the exclusive supplier, significantly growing its licensed portfolio.

"We are really excited to be working with the BBC on their trading card games range," said Esdevium's Steve Buckmaster. "They have some great products that fit very nicely into our existing range of card, collectable and gaming product.

"With strong licences like Top Gear and Deadly 60, we think that this will be a hugely popular addition to our list of exclusive suppliers."

Top Gear Turbo Challenge Extra and Deadly 60 are due to launch in early September.